MAKING A SPLASH – The Lions Winter Tailgate, held prior to tip-off of Thursday's Pirate boys' basketball game against Win-E-Mac at Crookston High School, sought to raise money for the splash park initiative. In the photo, splash park proponent Ann Longtin and Noon Day Lions Club member Garrett Borowicz man the free-will offering table while people wait in line for pulled-pork sandwiches and loaded baked potatoes.

Individuals or groups wishing to contribute time, talent or funds to the proposed splash park are encouraged to contact Tiffani Broden, Crookston Splash Park Development Manager at 218-280-3454.